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A Place of Merit and Personal Resilience
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A Place of Merit and Personal Resilience
170. A PLACE OF MERIT When I came to live at the Buddhahead Center, I set my mind to this one goal: to make this place clean and pure, a imperious place of virtue where people come to practice medita
…mportance of taking refuge in merit to survive. The text also highlights the detrimental effects of negative thinking following mistakes and suggests maintaining a centered mindset to dispel negativity. It serves as a…
Understanding Samsara: The Mind-Body Connection
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Understanding Samsara: The Mind-Body Connection
Suzanne Jeffrey Again, he draws on the paper and places it on the overhead. 1. In Samsara: Person’s Brain <- -> P/M/T/K 2. Initially with mind: Brain <- P/M/T/K ↓ Mind 3. Advanced (in Meditati
In this discussion, the relationship between the brain and mind is explored in the context of Samsara. The text explains that our thinking can often be clouded by the limitations of our brain, leading
Understanding the Mind: Characteristics and Defilements
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Understanding the Mind: Characteristics and Defilements
the third is thought or conceptualization, and the fourth is wisdom, or merging this new awareness into our pool of accumulated knowledge we already have stored. “War and conflict, of course, are wro
This text explores the essential characteristics of the mind and how they influence our perceptions, thoughts, and overall mental state. The mind, unlike the physical body, is a subtle entity that can
The Impact of Media on Buddhism and Monastic Life
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The Impact of Media on Buddhism and Monastic Life
they should keep in mind that the Sangha Council has jurisdiction over a monk's case. When a final judgment is made, people should not criticize or comment on it. If people do, in Buddhism it is consi
The text discusses the jurisdiction of the Sangha Council over monk cases and the implications of negative media coverage on Buddhism. It emphasizes that while the press reports on misconduct by some
Understanding the Role of Monks and Media Representation
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Understanding the Role of Monks and Media Representation
they should keep in mind that the Sangha Council has jurisdiction over a monk’s case. When a final judgment is made, people should not criticize or comment on it. If people do, in Buddhism it is consi
This text discusses the challenges faced by monks in Thailand due to negative media portrayals. It emphasizes the importance of differentiating between individual misconduct and the overall contributi
Understanding the Process of Perception and Cognition
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Understanding the Process of Perception and Cognition
“Our brain (the five senses actually) takes in information in this way: Perception, Memorization, Thinking, Knowing or Cognition. Perception, of course, starts the process by an action happening to us
This text discusses the intricate processes of how our brain perceives, memorizes, thinks, and ultimately knows. It highlights the significance of each stage, emphasizing the depth required in thinkin
The Battle of the Mind: Choosing Peace over Temptation
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The Battle of the Mind: Choosing Peace over Temptation
A Chapter 2 Peace, and War, Begins in the Mind simple trip to the supermarket can provide an illustration of how the human mind is constantly at war within itself. Delicious junk food calls out to us
This chapter delves into the internal struggle of the human mind, illustrating the conflict between desires and conscience, particularly when it comes to food choices. The narrative highlights how our
Peace and War Begins in the Mind
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Peace and War Begins in the Mind
Peace, and War, Begins in the Mind negative ones, then we are directing ourselves towards the good virtues, and therefore will be more inclined to make better, balanced judgments in our lives. In our
The text discusses the profound influence our thought processes have on our daily decisions and actions. It emphasizes the tendency of negative thoughts to lead to adverse outcomes, suggesting a criti
Understanding Merit and Demerit: The Law of Karma
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Understanding Merit and Demerit: The Law of Karma
The opposite of merit is demerit, or ‘sin’. Demerit is the product of bad deeds. Bad deeds cause ‘bad karma’. Demerit is a negative energy that is created when a bad deed is performed: mentally, bodil
The opposite of merit is demerit, representing the consequences of bad deeds which cause negative karma. Both good and bad deeds are governed by the Law of Karma, where actions determine outcomes in t
Understanding the Eightfold Path in Buddhism
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Understanding the Eightfold Path in Buddhism
Suzanne Jeffrey "The path begins with Right View, Samma-Ditthi. This is also called Right Understand- ing. On one level, this means that we understand that there is cause and effect: that do- ing goo
The text outlines the initial parts of the Eightfold Path in Buddhism, emphasizing the importance of Right View, which differentiates good and bad actions based on cause and effect. Right Intention is
Creating Boon through Meditation and Right Actions
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Creating Boon through Meditation and Right Actions
"How do we generate, or create, boon?" I ask. Luang Por says: "Suppose you see evil. As soon as you decide to do nothing about it, or as soon as you decide to do something about it, boon happens. To
In this enlightening discussion, Luang Por explains the process of generating boon, emphasizing the importance of separating actions into three categories: giving up bad habits, performing good deeds,
Meditation Techniques for Inner Peace
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Meditation Techniques for Inner Peace
eyelashes to lightly touch your cheeks, as though you are falling asleep. (Please do not force your eyelids closed or squeeze them shut because that causes tension in this area, as well as other areas
In this guided meditation practice, you will learn to relax by closing your eyes and focusing on your inner self. Start by gently closing your eyes, smile internally, and take deep breaths to relax yo
Understanding the Five Hindrances in Meditation
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Understanding the Five Hindrances in Meditation
Five Hindrances Hindrances are negative mental states that impede success in meditation. They consist of: Sensual Desire – craving for pleasure of the five senses: sight, sound, smell, taste and tou
The Five Hindrances are crucial negative mental states that can obstruct meditation success. They include Sensual Desire, which refers to craving for sensory pleasures that distract the mind. Ill will
The Importance of Sacrifice in Marriage
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The Importance of Sacrifice in Marriage
own personal desires, and the husband and wife do not combine their incomes from the beginning, that means that one is preparing go one's separate way from the start because neither person is thinking
Marriage requires mutual dependence and sacrifice between partners. Couples should consider their ability to support each other emotionally and financially, especially during illness or hardship. Self
Understanding Death and the Purpose of Life
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Understanding Death and the Purpose of Life
do not know when we are going to die. We must sooner or later be separated from all loved ones and treasured things. How can people think about death? 1. Thinking about death with the false view: Thin
This text explores the dual perspectives on death: one as a mere inevitability leading to despair, and the other as a motivator for a purposeful life. It emphasizes the cultivation of good deeds and m
The Power of Non-Thinking in Meditation
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The Power of Non-Thinking in Meditation
Wisdom This brightness didn't hurt my eyes. I compared the crystal ball to a yolk because I couldn't think of anything else that was similar to what I saw. I continued focusing at it peacefully, when
In this passage, the author describes a transcendent experience during meditation where crystal balls symbolize peace and awareness. The journey highlights the contrast between active thought and a st
Journey to Joy: Achieving Mindfulness through Mantras
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Journey to Joy: Achieving Mindfulness through Mantras
Journey to Joy 298 such as "clear and bright, clear and bright, clear and bright". Recite the mantra continuously, whilst thinking of the bright sun, gently and comfortably. Focus your mind and be sti
This text explores the practice of mantra meditation, particularly the repetition of 'clear and bright', to achieve mental stillness. It emphasizes visualizing a bright object like the sun while recit
Understanding the True Essence of Marriage
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Understanding the True Essence of Marriage
own personal desires, and the husband and wife do not combine their incomes from the beginning, that means that one is preparing go one's separate way from the start because neither person is thinking
The text discusses the misconceptions surrounding marriage, highlighting the need for couples to prioritize mutual support and understanding over personal desires. It stresses that marriage entails si
Reflections on Death: Cultivating Merit and Purpose in Life
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Reflections on Death: Cultivating Merit and Purpose in Life
do not know when we are going to die. We must sooner or later be separated from all loved ones and treasured things. How can people think about death? 1. Thinking about death with the false view: Th
In contemplating death, there are varied perspectives. The false view neglects merit and life’s purpose, while the right view emphasizes the importance of good deeds before we die. Life’s ultimate goa
Exploring the Unknown Factor and the Eightfold Noble Path
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Exploring the Unknown Factor and the Eightfold Noble Path
Suzanne Jeffrey "The students you are teaching now will be the politicians when you retire. If you do not teach them properly, then who is to blame? We are!! We are to blame because we are probably n
The content emphasizes the responsibility of educators to guide students, as they will shape the future. It discusses various perceptions of the Unknown Factor, including Nibbana, God, and Supreme Kno